1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 428 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
