1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Exige |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
