1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 900 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
