1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
