1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
