2009 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1993 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Allante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
