2007 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
