2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 120 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
