1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
