1965 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
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1965 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Corvette |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |