1988 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M6 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
