2001 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 BMW 740.
Because 2001 BMW 740 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 2001 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 744 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
