2000 BMW 528 vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado

To start off, both 2000 BMW 528 and 2000 Cadillac Eldorado were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.

Because 2000 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 528 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 528 Eldorado
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 328 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 420 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2750 mm


 

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