1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | Viano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |