1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1969 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1969 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2800 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
