2009 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 170 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |