1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 895 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 365 BB |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4388 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |