1979 BMW 735 vs. 1941 Cadillac 60
To start off, 1979 BMW 735 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1979 BMW 735.
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:
| 1979 BMW 735 | 1941 Cadillac 60 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 735 | 60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 5672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3230 mm |
