1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1991 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 34 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 102 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1991 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Eldorado | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
