1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 58 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 561 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 1954 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 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60, 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2754 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (446 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2776 mm |
