2004 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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. 1955 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1955 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3290 mm |
