2007 BMW 523 vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 523 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
