1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 122 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 450 | CTS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |