1994 BMW M5 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 33 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, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | 62 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |