2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS-V | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
