1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 50 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 676 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40.
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, 2010 Volvo S40, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 320 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 | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
