1979 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, both 1979 BMW 320 and 1979 Cadillac Eldorado were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1979 BMW 320.
Because 1979 BMW 320 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 1979 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
