1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. Both 1958 Cadillac DeVille and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL are equipped with a 5,980 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 347 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:
| 1958 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
