1965 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Supra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
