1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 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 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 115 L |
