1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 915 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | Eldorado | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |