1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | RX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
