1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 54 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 29 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | X6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |