1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 53 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. Both 1958 Cadillac Eldorado and 2011 Pagani Huayra are equipped with a 5,980 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 496 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 840 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | Eldorado | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 700 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2036 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2795 mm |
