1978 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 997 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
