2008 BMW 116 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 116 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
