1965 Abarth OT vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth OT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | OT | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
