1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 754 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |
