2006 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 36 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 BMW 750.
Because 2006 BMW 750 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 2006 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 750. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| 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 | 1950 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
