1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 26 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 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 ZIL 4104.
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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
Model | Eldorado | 4104 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 7689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |