2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DTS | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 101 L |
