2004 BMW 760 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Cadillac 62. 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
