1999 BMW 540 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 40 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, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1999 BMW 540.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 540 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:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 540 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
