1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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 143 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |