1992 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
