1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 482 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Allante | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
