1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 49 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 75 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (270 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Eldorado | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
