2007 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Cadillac DeVille (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1966 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
