1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 BMW 525.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 525 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2968 mm |
