1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 51 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 599.
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. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 599 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 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 599 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
