1964 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 705 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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:
| 1964 Cadillac Sixty | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Sixty | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7027 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
