1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
