1999 BMW V12 vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 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 V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | V12 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
