2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 576 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Maserati 420 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 1985 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Eldorado | 420 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |