1997 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
