2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Alpina | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
