2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
