1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 800 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
