1983 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
