1990 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 320 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 1990 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
