1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
