1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | E |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |