1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 37 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 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 7984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
