1959 BMW 600 vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 600 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 6030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2900 mm |