1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |
