1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 45 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 299 kg more than 2005 Holden Caprice.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (340 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Eldorado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3009 mm |
