1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 188 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 380 | CTS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4859 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 |