1983 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
Because 1983 BMW M6 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 1983 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 101 L |
