1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
