2007 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
