1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 62 L |
