1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
Because 1995 Lexus SC 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 1995 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 66 L |
