1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Calais | 535 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
