2005 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 530 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
