1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 32 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 765 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Eldorado | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |