2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Because 1969 Mercury Marauder 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DTS | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
