1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 5 more horse power than 2011 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Yukon.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |