1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 38 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 70 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Eldorado | EL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2619 mm |
