2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 335 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6030 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
