1996 BMW 540 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
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 62 (582 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 540 | 62 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |