1950 Buick 40 vs. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3310 mm |
