2004 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 45 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 56 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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 2004 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 120 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:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 120 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
