1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 BMW X6.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | X6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2933 mm |