1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Because 2011 BMW 135 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 135. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 135 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
