1962 BMW 700 vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 950 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2820 mm |
