1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
