2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
