1983 BMW 628 vs. 1965 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1983 BMW 628 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 560 kg more than 1983 BMW 628. 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:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 1965 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 628 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 7027 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
