2006 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
