1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 51 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1956 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Monterey |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3070 mm |