1979 BMW 732 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 BMW 732. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 732 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
