1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 11 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (410 Nm). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 928 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
