2007 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 34 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, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 101 L |
