1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 28 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 1998 Ferrari Maranello 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 1998 Ferrari Maranello. 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 (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
