1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 198 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
