1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 48 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (590 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (576 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | X5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
