1990 BMW 316 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
