2008 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
