1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Corvette |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |