2009 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |