1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 32 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, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 84 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 132 L |
