1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 49 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
