1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 745 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 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 | 2230 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2649 mm |