1966 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1966 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Cobra | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 101 L |
