1990 BMW 850 vs. 1970 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Sixty. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 406 kg more than 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1970 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3390 mm |
