1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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:
| 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Eldorado | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2260 mm |
