1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 47 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza 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, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Venza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |