2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 13 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
