1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 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 241 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | Eldorado | GT6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |