2009 BMW 335 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 335 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
