2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 367 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
