1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 356 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (590 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | GL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |