1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 968 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 92 L |