1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150.
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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
