2009 BMW 135 vs. 1954 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 135 | 1954 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 135 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3290 mm |
