1992 Acura NSX vs. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3300 mm |
