1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
