1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 37 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, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 498 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | M |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 76 L |
