2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 286 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 33.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
