1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | 600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 501 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3910 mm |