1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2002 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |
