1963 BMW 700 vs. 1954 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1963 BMW 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1954 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3290 mm |
