1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 850 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
