1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | Z4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 55 L |