1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 45 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, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Territory | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Territory |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3983 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |