1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS 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 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS.
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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | IS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
