2000 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, both 2000 BMW 730 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 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 730 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 730. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
