1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | ML |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2916 mm |