1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 44 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 285 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart 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 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | Eldorado | Smart |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 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 | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
