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Cadillac CTS-V vs Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG
| Category | S65 AMG | Cadillac CTS-V |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 6.0 l V12 | 6.2 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 612 / 603 | 564 / 557 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 1000 / 738 | 747 / 551 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 2185 / 4817 | 1951 / 4301 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 280 / 276 | 289 / 285 |
Lap Times
| Track | S65 AMG | Cadillac CTS-V |
|---|---|---|
| Autozeitung test track | 1:48.80 | 1:41.70 |
Performance
| Category | S65 AMG | Cadillac CTS-V |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.4 s | 4.2 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 13.3 s | 14.0 s |
| 0 - 250 kph | 20.9 s | 23.6 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 8.9 s | 9.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 9.1 s | 8.7 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.6 s @ 99.4 mph | 8.7 s @ 98.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 12.6 s | 11.9 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 308 kph (191 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.69 g (7 m/s²) | 0.70 g (7 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | S65 AMG | Cadillac CTS-V |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 82 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 94 | 100 |
| Overall | 87 | 100 |
Verdict
CTS-V is the fastest by considerable margin.
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