1957 BMW 502 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, both 1957 BMW 502 and 1957 Cadillac Eldorado were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 502 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
