2007 BMW 550 vs. 1969 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 520 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 | 1969 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
