1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2002 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
