1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 840 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 52 L |
