1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
