2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CTS | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |