1983 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1983 BMW 320 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 320 | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
