1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 43 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL. (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | GL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3075 mm |
