1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 49 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 323.
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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2010 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
