2008 BMW 650 vs. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 21 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 650 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
