1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 37 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
Because 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
