1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
Model | Eldorado | T600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |