1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 53 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 191 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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.
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1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Eldorado | 3008 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2613 mm |