1974 Buick GS vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 17 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 135 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
