2009 BMW 735 vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 BMW 735.
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.
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2009 BMW 735 | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 735 | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |