1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 38 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | X5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 85 L |