1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 216 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 500 | CTS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |