1989 BMW 850 vs. 1962 Cadillac Sixty

To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 880 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.

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, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.

Compare all specifications:

1989 BMW 850 1962 Cadillac Sixty
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 850 Sixty
Year Released 1989 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 6388 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 0 HP
Torque 450 Nm 582 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 2135 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3300 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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