1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. (556 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 371 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | CLK GTR | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 613 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 790 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |