2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | 300S |
Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |