1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado 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 67 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 935 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Eldorado | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
