1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 BMW 630.
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:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
