1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 49 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, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 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 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
