1986 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 317 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
