1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 878 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | Boxster |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |