1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
