1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 53 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 81 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
