1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 787 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1794 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |