2003 BMW X5 vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
