1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | Viano |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 330 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |