1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 174 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
