2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
