2007 BMW 130 vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 21 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 130 | Allante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
