1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |