1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 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 236 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
