1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
Model | Avanti | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |