1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |