2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 663 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z4 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
