1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 21 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 898 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 @ 3100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 208 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 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 | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |