1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 49 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 42 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 673 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 120 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
