1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra 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 177 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Eldorado | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
