1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 51 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
