2004 Acura CL vs. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. (128 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
Because 1953 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 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 1953 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |