1992 BMW 850 vs. 1942 Cadillac 60
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 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:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1942 Cadillac 60 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | 60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
