2009 BMW 328 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
