1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |