1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2860 mm |
