1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
