1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1969 BMW 1600 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 1600 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |