1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 838 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2004 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
