1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 37 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | Eldorado | Griffith |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |