1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 753 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3710 mm |
