1981 BMW 725 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 725 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2947 mm |