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Cadillac Eldorado
General information | |
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| Model | Cadillac Eldorado |
| Year | 1959 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 6382 ccm (389.43 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Automatic, 3-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 6382 ccm (389.43 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Max power | 349.80 PS (257 kW or 345 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 590.00 Nm (60.2 kgf-m or 435.2 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 101.6 x 98.4 mm (4.0 x 3.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Automatic, 3-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1524 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 6170 litres (1,630 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 2295 kg (5,059.6 pounds) |
| Overall length | 5720 mm (225.2 inches) |
| Overall width | 2050 mm (80.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1390 mm (54.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 3310 mm (130.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 79.0 litres (20.87 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | USA |
