2005 BMW 530 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
