1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1965 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | 1600 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |