1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 830 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 X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Allante | X6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |