1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 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 (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 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 | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Eldorado | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| 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 | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
