1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 43 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Eldorado | Q45 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 452 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |