1976 BMW 630 vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 127 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 630 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 1976 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 630 | Allante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
