1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 148 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 500 | CTS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |