1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1963 Porsche 718
To start off, 1963 Porsche 718 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1963 Porsche 718. 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. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1963 Porsche 718 has manual transmission. 1963 Porsche 718 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1963 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 718 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
