1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
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 Volkswagen Eos, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (207 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Eos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
