2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
