1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
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 Mazda CX-7, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Eldorado | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |