1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Cadillac Eldorado 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Cadillac Land Rover
Model Eldorado Range Rover
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5973 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5500 mm 4973 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2035 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 104 L


 

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