1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 482 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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.
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1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2035 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2891 mm |