1991 BMW 518 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 518 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
