1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 48 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Eldorado | H2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 121 L |
