1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 856 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Fleetwood | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |