1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 54 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 15 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Savana |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |