1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 328 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 57 L |
