1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige.
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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Exige 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 | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Exige |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
