1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 632 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 280 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 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 | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |