2009 BMW 120 vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 120 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
