1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 7 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2800 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
