1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | ML |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 93 L |
