1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 51 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 309 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.

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, 2012 Ford Taurus, 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Eldorado 2012 Ford Taurus
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Eldorado Taurus
Year Released 1961 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 337 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2130 kg 1821 kg
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1935 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2868 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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