1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 52 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 150 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 GMC Savana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Savana |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |