1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 684 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mahindra | Cadillac |
| Model | CL | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
