1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | X1 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |