1966 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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.
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1966 Cadillac Sixty | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sixty | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2760 mm |