1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | CLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 574 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 92 L |