1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 14 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 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 616 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
