1971 BMW Touring vs. 1955 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1955 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Touring | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3290 mm |
