2007 BMW 760 vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 760.
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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 760 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |