2008 BMW 118 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 49 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 118 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
