2006 BMW 760 vs. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
