1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 52 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 519 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Eldorado | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5842 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
