2000 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
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:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1958 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3390 mm |
