1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | 325 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |