1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 592 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang 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 2006 Ford Mustang. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
