1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 39 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 85 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Park Avenue | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 5973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |