1971 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 BMW 525. 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:
| 1971 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 525 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2968 mm |
