1989 BMW 850 vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1989 BMW 850 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 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
