2004 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 977 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
