1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 53 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac STS.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | STS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
