1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 13 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Eldorado | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |