1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 35 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, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX 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 2008 Honda NSX. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | NSX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |
