2004 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Allante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
