1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado 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 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 208 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 1981 Ferrari 208. 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 208 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
