1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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, both vehicles can yield 543 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |