1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 6310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 135 L |