1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 43 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2002 Noble M12. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Noble M12. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2002 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Noble M12 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 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
Make | Cadillac | Noble |
Model | Eldorado | M12 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |