2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 726 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 934 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (422 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V Sixteen | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 422 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2950 mm |