2007 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 391 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
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 M3 | 1967 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
