Under Appreciated Vehicles of the 20th Century

The history of automobiles dates as far back as the invention of the Wheel. However, the first prototype was designed in the 17th century. 1769 is when the first automobiles powered by the steam engine came into existence. Knowledge of cars became widespread as the years advanced with more people inventing more. Francois Isaac de Rivaz came with the first automobile to use an internal combustion engine operating on fuel gas in 1807. It is from these inventors that the history of modern cars came into existence in 1886. Karl Benz, a German inventor, made a vehicle featuring wire wheels with a four-stroke apparatus built between the rearmost wheels. Notable car brands include Volkswagen (Ferdinand Porsche), Suzuki (India), and Silver Ghost (Rolls-Royce Ltd). 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196R Formula 1 remains the world’s costliest car sold on public auction.

Mercedes-Benz 190E

Mercedes-Benz 190E was fabricated in Bremen and Sindelfingen and presented for the first time in 1982. However, it didn’t appear predominantly innovative. This model is known and accredited as the company’s breakthrough for the development of its classy cars. The car dominates the market with its exterior and interior design and appearance to the newest model. The new linear design is ascribed to Bruno Sacco. The 190E falls in the company’s initial models known as the W 201 series and marks its achievement and role models. The Mercedes-Benz 190E provided the foundation for the C-Class generations. The Mercedes-Benz 190E possesses a fresh chassis design with a multi-link liberated hindmost suspension.

Its rear axle design is built lighter and more compact, while the front axle possesses shock-absorber rods positioned by discrete trilateral wishbones and anti-dive regulator. These features have improved the car’s steering accuracy. The 190E has made history in global long-distance top scores. These include the 1983’s Frankfurt International Motor Show and Nardo, Italy. The 190E’s final refinement was in 1991 as 190 E 2.0.

Cadillac Eldorado

The Cadillac Eldorado is known as the American pride by many. Interior decoration featured genuine Zebrano wood and a V8 engine for a powerful drive. In 1952 during a company show - Cadillac Golden Anniversary, the name Eldorado was proposed for the car by Mary-Ann Marini. The first generation was made in 1953’s convertible Cadillac Eldorado series and was very expensive. The second generation was more stylish, built between 1954 and 1956, but less costly than the first, leading to high sales. The third generation, Eldorado Brougham 1957-1960, was assembled by Pininfarina, an Italian firm. The fourth generation's unique brand was built in 1961-1964 with the Fleetwood body, which was the company’s first on a convertible. Then came the fifth-generation 1965-1966 known as Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado. In 1967-1968, a more luxurious Cadillac with a V8 engine was built with a significant redesign by Bill Mitchell (styling chief). The seventh-generation came in 1971-1978 - Eldorado Biarritz branded the last American convertible. Eighth generation 1975-1985 was slim and trimmed, consisting of advanced fuel efficiency and options. 1986-1991 came to the eighth generation and the tenth in 1992-2002 known as Northstar V8.