2000 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 175 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 320 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98.4 mm |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |