1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 912 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 1969 Porsche 912. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 912 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
