1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Eldorado | Viper |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 7985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |