1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | F-350 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 621 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3970 mm |