1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Eldorado | Commander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |