1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
