1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | E-150 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3505 mm |