2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 376 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centieme | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
