1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 55 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Eldorado | Thema |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3053 mm |