1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 30 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 271 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 Volante | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3280 mm |
