1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 45 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, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Edge |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
