1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 35 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 884 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR. 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
Model | Eldorado | CCXR |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
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 | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |