1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 38 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 63 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | Eldorado | Guara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |