1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 41 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |