1981 BMW 745 vs. 1965 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 525 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
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:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1965 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
