1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| 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 | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
