1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (350 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |