1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1977 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | Eldorado | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
