2000 BMW 323 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 26 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 8187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 101 L |
