1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy 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 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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.
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1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |