1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |