1960 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 796 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 AC Aceca 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
