1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1700 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | Eldorado | 7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2230 mm |