1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 49 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1224 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 249 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
