1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 63 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
