1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 573 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | CC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
