1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 42 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 503 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS 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 2012 Lexus IS. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | IS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2731 mm |
