2005 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 43 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
