1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 57 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2946 mm |