1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 459 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Eldorado | LS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 85 L |