1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 138 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang 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 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
