1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | F-150 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 136 L |