1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 10 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB.
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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1967 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1967 MG MGB 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 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Eldorado | MGB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2320 mm |
