1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 41 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 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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.
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1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | CLS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7733 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |