1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 577 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (471 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 471 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 | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
