1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 26 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 231 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 969 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Opel Senator | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Eldorado | Senator |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |