1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 25 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | 190 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
