2007 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
