1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 42 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | Eldorado | Smart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1810 mm |
