1995 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 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.
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1995 BMW M5 | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | Calais |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |