2004 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 744 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
