1974 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Touring | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5965 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
