2003 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 BMW X3.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
