1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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:
| 1965 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 318 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
