2009 BMW 335 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 335 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 8187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 101 L |
