1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Because 1999 TVR Griffith 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 1999 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | Eldorado | Griffith |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 57 L |