1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 191 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 371 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | W 110 | CTS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |