1995 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
