1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
