1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G. (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | G |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
