1972 BMW Touring vs. 1990 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Allante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 560 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1990 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Touring | Allante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
