1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 466 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 1995 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
