1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 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.
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1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Eldorado | F50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 8000 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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |