2003 BMW 530 vs. 1964 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 361 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
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:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1964 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
