1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 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 8 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 650 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
