1998 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. (229 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 212 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1968 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
