1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Sixty | 325 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |