1993 BMW 856 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 32 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, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 856 | 62 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |