1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
