1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
