1996 BMW 523 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 BMW 523. 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 62 (582 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 523 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 523 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
