1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | Eldorado | 57 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |