1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 192 kg more than 2010 Ford Flex.
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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Flex |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |
