2006 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (400 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
