1998 BMW 845 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 BMW 845.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 845 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 845 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 845 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 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 | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
