1979 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1979 BMW 320 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1979 BMW 320.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3310 mm |
