1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
