2009 BMW 135 vs. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 135 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
