1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 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 54 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
