1965 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1953 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 375 America.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Eldorado | 1953 Ferrari 375 America | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 375 America |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 140 L |
