1992 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
