1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 997 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
