1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Cadillac | Avanti |
| Model | Eldorado | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
