1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 730 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
