1953 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 58 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, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (128 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 795 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max 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:
| 1953 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2648 mm |
