1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 828 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 190 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
