1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (881 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
