1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
