1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 128 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 808 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | V50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |