1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 47 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |