1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |