2004 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 663 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
