2009 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
