2009 BMW 135 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 50 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 135 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
