2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 53 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | XLR | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3280 mm |
