1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 56 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, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Eldorado | X3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2810 mm |
