2008 BMW 325 vs. 1941 Cadillac 60
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1941 Cadillac 60 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | 60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |
