1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Seven |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2240 mm |
