1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 805 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 Eldorado | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
