1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 23 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 740 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 959. (510 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 959 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 510 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |