2007 BMW 745 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
