2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
