1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 39 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Eldorado | 408 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
