1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 132 L |
