1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 32 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, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 MG ZT-T.
Because 2007 MG ZT-T 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 2007 MG ZT-T. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG ZT-T. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Eldorado | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
