1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 92 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
