2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Eldorado | 535 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |