1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | 550 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |