1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | E420 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
