1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 254 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Eldorado | Fortwo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |