1992 BMW 538 vs. 1958 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
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 538 | 1958 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 538 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5730 mm |
