1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | X3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |