1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 925 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Eldorado | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 50 L |
