1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 934 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1966 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 125 L |
