1965 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
