1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 908 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mustang 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 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
