1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 5.8 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
