1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
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 | 2130 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |