1992 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
