1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (583 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | SL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
