1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
