1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
