1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 2000 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
