1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 173 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 560 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
