1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 48 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 225 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
