1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 460 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1997 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
