2005 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3290 mm |
