2005 BMW 530 vs. 1967 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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 | 1967 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
