2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 120 L |
