1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | F399 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 110 L |