2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 51 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B7 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |