1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.
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:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Dinan | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
