1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
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:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | M3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
