1990 BMW 520 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 516 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 520 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
