1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Hummer H2.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Eldorado | H2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 121 L |
