2005 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 330 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 101 L |
