1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 50 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 242 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2006 GMC Savana 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 Savana 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Savana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
