2005 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
