1964 BMW 700 vs. 1985 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1985 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1985 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2820 mm |
