1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Citroen C6
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 33 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Citroen C6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Eldorado | C6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |