2009 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. (128 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1953 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |