1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 41 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora 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 2011 Lotus Evora. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Evora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
