1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 54 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 93 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 515 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | E-Series |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 150 L |