2009 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
