1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | X1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |