1974 Buick GS vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
