2005 BMW 760 vs. 1954 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62. 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 760 | 1954 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3290 mm |
