1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
