1976 BMW 630 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1255 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 630 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3302 mm |
