1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 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) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Eldorado | 508 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2817 mm |
