1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |