1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | X3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |