1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
