2001 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 BMW 750.
Because 2001 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 487 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 | 1700 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
