1996 BMW 840 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 840 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
