1999 BMW M28i vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i.
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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M28i | Sixty |
Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 250 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 582 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |