2007 BMW 760 vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 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 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
