1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1968 TVR Tuscan is newer by 12 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, 1968 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1968 TVR Tuscan.
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. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1968 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1968 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Eldorado | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2290 mm |
