1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2012 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | 600 | CTS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |