2007 Acura RL vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 50 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
