2007 Acura RL vs. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 101 L |
