1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1500 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
