1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 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 2011 Infiniti G37. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Eldorado | G37 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |