1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Sixty (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 Sixty | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Sixty | 120 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2670 mm |
