1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 220 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
