1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |