2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |