1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 164 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Eldorado | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
