2005 Acura CL vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 48 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL.
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, 2005 Acura CL, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | CL | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
