1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2002 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
