1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Allante | 520 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
