2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Alpina | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
