1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | 535 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |