1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 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 Eldorado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
