1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z3 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |
