1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | Eldorado | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |