1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 912 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 600 | CTS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |