1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
