1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra 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 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Cadillac | AC |
Model | Eldorado | Cobra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |