1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1998 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | Eldorado | C21 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2260 mm |
