1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 869 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| 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 | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 507 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
