1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Eldorado | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |
