1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 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 92 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 671 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
