2004 BMW 325 vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
