2007 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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. 1957 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 335 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3290 mm |
