1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1602 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
