1961 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
