1996 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 707 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
