1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 609 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 300 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
