2001 Acura CL vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | CL | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
