1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 5140 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
