1996 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 530 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 1996 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 101 L |
