1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 308 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |