1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Coupe | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
