1975 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 293 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1975 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | S | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6834 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3302 mm |