2009 BMW 125 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 125 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 8187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 101 L |