1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 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:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Calais | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
