1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (339 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 781 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 339 HP |
Torque | 590 Nm | 452 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |