1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 39 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 685 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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 1995 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 968 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 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 968 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 305 HP |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
