1970 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Sixty. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 566 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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:
| 1970 Cadillac Sixty | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Sixty | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2810 mm |
