1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1991 Cadillac DeVille and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DeVille | 300 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3150 mm |