2009 BMW 750 vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 BMW 750.
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 750 | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3290 mm |
