2005 BMW 730 vs. 1966 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 140 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 | 1966 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
