1998 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1998 Cadillac DeVille and 1998 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac DeVille. (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
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1998 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DeVille | S |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4598 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |