2005 BMW 730 vs. 1965 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
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 730 | 1965 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
