1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 19 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 1998 Ferrari 456M. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | 456M |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |