1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 488 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 200 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
