1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM 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 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 140 L |
