2007 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.

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2007 BMW 330 1959 Cadillac 62
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 330 62
Year Released 2007 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 6382 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2125 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5730 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 79 L