1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 35 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, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 BMW 730.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 2011 BMW 730. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | 730 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |