1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 BMW 550.
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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Sixty | 550 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
