1999 BMW M5 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 40 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, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 685 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M5. (499 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M5. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 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:
1999 BMW M5 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M5 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 590 Nm |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |