1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 43 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fleetwood | ML |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |