1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
