2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
