1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 61 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 461 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus, 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
