1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3280 mm |
