1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 60 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |
