1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 832 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1404 mm |