2003 BMW 520 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 44 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 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:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 520 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
