1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 686 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
