1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 50 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 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 330 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
