2008 BMW 750 vs. 1958 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
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 750 | 1958 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
