1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 118 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
