1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456M is newer by 31 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, 1992 Ferrari 456M (437 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456M.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 456M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 437 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
