2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | 280 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |