2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 35 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 2 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
