1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 465 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | Dino |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |