2009 BMW 135 vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 135 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
