2003 BMW 520 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 355 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.
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 62 (582 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 520 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6388 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 |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
