1992 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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 740 | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
