1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Eldorado | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
