1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche 911. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 64 L |