1972 BMW Touring vs. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Touring | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |