1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 BMW 5 Series 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
