1965 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 879 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
