1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | GLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
