1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT 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 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
