1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Hummer H2. (322 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 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, 2004 Hummer H2 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hummer H2. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Eldorado | H2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 121 L |
