1986 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Brougham (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1967 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3390 mm |
