1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | CL |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 90 L |