2004 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
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 62 (582 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
