1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 311 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1977 Ferrari Dino 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 1977 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | Dino |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
