1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 24 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 550 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 114 L |
