1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 308 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
