1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 776 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 100 L |
