1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 46 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 132 L |
