1966 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Cobra | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 8187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2170 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 |
