1959 BMW 700 vs. 1961 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1961 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1961 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 82 L |
