1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 56 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Eldorado | A7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2914 mm |
