1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 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 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
