1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 760 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
