2007 BMW 550 vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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 550 | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
