2005 BMW 760 vs. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 760.
Because 2005 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
