1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 500 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
