1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 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. Both 1958 Cadillac Eldorado and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL are equipped with a 5,980 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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.
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1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | SL |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 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 | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |