1984 BMW M6 vs. 1966 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1966 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M6 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
