1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 854 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (590 Nm). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
Model | Eldorado | CCXR |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 1060 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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |