1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 55 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Eldorado | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3270 mm |
