2008 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
