1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | 535 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |