1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 20 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 217 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eldorado | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |