1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |