1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 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 1985 Porsche 928. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 928 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |