1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |