1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 48 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 185 kg more than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 591 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |