2008 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5973 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
