1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. (556 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 650 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | CLK GTR | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
