2001 BMW L7 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 508 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | L7 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
