1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 28 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 221 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |