1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 72 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 408 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 230 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
