1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (515 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 136 L |
