1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 719 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2002 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
