2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 811 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 1085 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V Sixteen | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
