2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CTS-V | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
