1994 BMW 740 vs. 1961 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 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:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1961 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |
