1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 875 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Touring | CTS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |