1994 BMW M5 vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
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 Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 440 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty 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 Sixty | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | Sixty |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |