2006 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 7725 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
