2009 BMW 523 vs. 1966 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 523 | 1966 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 523 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
