1972 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 562 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Touring | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
