2008 BMW 745 vs. 1993 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, 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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 1993 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | Allante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
