2008 BMW 760 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 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, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
