1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 37 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 502 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 2011 Pagani Huayra.
Because 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 2011 Pagani Huayra. 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | Eldorado | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2795 mm |
