1998 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 39 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
